Question

Explain the physical properties of carbon dioxide.

Answer 1

Physical properties of carbon dioxide:

1. Carbon dioxide is a colorless and odorless gas.
2. It is heavier than air.
3. It does not support combustion.
4. It is fairly soluble in water and turns blue litmus slightly red. So it is acidic in nature.
5. It can easily be liquefied under high pressure and can also be solidified. This
6. solid form of CO₂ is called dry ice which undergoes sublimation.